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Driving lessons in Newcastle East

Looking for driving lessons in Newcastle East? We list one driving school based in Newcastle East 2300, New South Wales, teaching advanced & defensive driving, car and truck & heavy vehicle lessons. Because there is only one school in Newcastle East itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 10.3 km away. One of them says it will travel to you for lessons.

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Driving schools in Newcastle East

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Closest first, measured from the centre of Newcastle East.

Lessons available in and around Newcastle East

Driving test near Newcastle East

The nearest driver testing centre to Newcastle East is Newcastle Service Centre, at 114 Parry Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302. It is about 2.5 km west of Newcastle East. This is where you can sit your driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.

Newcastle Service Centre

2.5 km west of Newcastle East
Address
114 Parry Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8:30am–12:30pm; Sun Closed
Phone
13 77 88
Tests
Car driving test

Public transport: Honeysuckle (light rail stop, 480 m walk); Civic (light rail stop, 820 m walk); Newcastle Interchange (train station, 840 m walk)

Wallsend Service Centre

11.8 km west of Newcastle East
Address
24 Kokera Street, Wallsend NSW 2287
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8:30am–12:30pm; Sun Closed
Phone
13 77 88
Tests
Car driving test

Public transport: no train station or bus interchange within 1.5 km of this centre. Check local bus routes in the journey planner, or go with your instructor.

Public transport in Newcastle East

Public transport landmarks in and around Newcastle East include Newcastle Beach (light rail stop, 400 m south-west), Queens Wharf (light rail stop, 800 m west), Muloobinba / Queens Wharf (ferry wharf, 900 m west), Crown Street (light rail stop, 1.2 km west) and Civic (light rail stop, 1.7 km west).

  • Light rail stopNewcastle Beach400 m south-west
  • Light rail stopQueens Wharf800 m west
  • Ferry wharfMuloobinba / Queens Wharf900 m west
  • Light rail stopCrown Street1.2 km west
  • Light rail stopCivic1.7 km west

How to get to your driving test from Newcastle East

By car, Newcastle Service Centre is about 2.5 km from Newcastle East in a straight line, so allow extra time for the actual drive and parking before your test. By public transport, the closest stop to the centre is Honeysuckle (light rail stop), about a 480 m walk away, and you can start your trip from Newcastle Beach in Newcastle East. Many instructors offer a warm-up lesson before the test and can take you there in their car, so ask yours when you book.

Plan the trip with the Transport NSW Trip Planner or use the route buttons above. Aim to arrive early with your learner licence and logbook.

Getting your licence in New South Wales

  • Supervised driving: 120 hours of supervised driving, including 20 hours at night.
  • Learner period: usually at least 12 months (can be shorter for older learners).
  • The test: the driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.

Read the official rules ↗

Questions about driving lessons in Newcastle East

How many driving schools are in Newcastle East?

We list 1 driving school based in Newcastle East, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.

Where is the nearest driving test centre to Newcastle East?

Newcastle Service Centre, 114 Parry Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302 — about 2.5 km west of Newcastle East.

Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Newcastle East?

Yes. 2 schools in or within 25 km of Newcastle East offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.

Can I get motorbike lessons in Newcastle East?

Yes. 4 schools in or within 25 km of Newcastle East offer motorbike lessons.

Can I get boat lessons in Newcastle East?

None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Wellpoint Driving School, about 115.4 km away.

How many supervised hours do I need in New South Wales?

Learners in New South Wales need 120 hours of supervised driving, including 20 hours at night, and usually need to hold their learner licence for at least 12 months (it can be shorter for older learners). Check the official rules for your age.

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